Cardinal Directions
Grade 1 · Social Studies · Maps and Globes · Florida, USA
Lesson Summary
Learn the four main directions: north, south, east, and west.
Explanation
The four main directions are called cardinal directions: north, south, east, and west. On most maps, north is at the top, south is at the bottom, east is on the right, and west is on the left. A compass rose is a symbol on a map that shows these directions. Knowing the cardinal directions helps you describe where places are and give directions to others.
Practice Questions
Q1: Name the four cardinal directions.
Answer: North, south, east, and west.
Q2: On most maps, which direction is at the top?
Answer: North.
Q3: What is a compass rose?
Answer: A symbol on a map that shows the cardinal directions.
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What is Cardinal Directions in Grade 1 Social Studies?+
Cardinal Directions is a lesson in the Maps and Globes chapter of Grade 1 Social Studies. It is part of the Florida, USA school curriculum and covers key concepts that students need to understand at this level.
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Cardinal Directions is taught in Grade 1 as part of the Social Studies curriculum in Florida, USA.
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